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Step Sisters (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Jamilah has her whole life figured out. She's the president of her black sorority, captain of their champion step dance crew, is student liaison to the college dean, and her next move is on to Harvard Law School. She's got it all, right? But when the hard-partying white girls from Sigma Beta Beta embarrass the school, Jamilah is ordered to come to the rescue. Her mission is to not only teach the rhythmically-challenged girls how to step dance, but to win the Steptacular, the most competitive of dance competitions. With the SBBs… Sign up for the full guide

Rated PG-13 • 2018 • 1h 44m

Age
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Step Sisters follows Jamilah, a driven college student and step team captain who is forced to coach a struggling white sorority after they embarrass the university. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for crude sexual content, frequent partying, and occasional language. It explores themes of cultural appropriation, friendship, and personal ambition within a college setting. While the film is lighthearted in tone, the mature social… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Eden Sher
Eden Sher
Alessandra Torresani
Alessandra Torresani
Megalyn Echikunwoke
Megalyn Echikunwoke
Gage Golightly
Gage Golightly
Matt McGorry
Matt McGorry
Naturi Naughton
Naturi Naughton
Lyndon Smith
Lyndon Smith
SD
Shay Davila
Robert Curtis Brown
Robert Curtis Brown
HJ
Hannah Jelinovic
JG
Jeff Glover
L. Warren Young
L. Warren Young
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Is Step Sisters appropriate for kids?

Step Sisters follows Jamilah, a driven college student and step team captain who is forced to coach a struggling white sorority after they embarrass the university. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for crude sexual content, frequent partying, and occasional language. It… Read more — free account

Content severity in Step Sisters

Sex Moderate 4/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language Strong 5/10
Substances Moderate 4/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Step Sisters, moment by moment

  1. 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
  2. 0:22 🍷 Substances 4/10
  3. 0:38 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Step Sisters

The film contains moderate sexual humor, including references to sexual acts and body parts. Characters frequently discuss dating, hookups, and sexual appeal in a suggestive manner. Several party scenes involve suggestive dancing and flirtatious behavior.

Violence and gore in Step Sisters

Violence is minimal and incidental. There is one brief physical altercation where a character is pushed, and some minor slapstick-style clumsiness during dance rehearsals.

Language in Step Sisters

Strong language is present, including occasional use of the 'f-word.' Other common mild profanity and anatomical insults appear throughout the dialogue.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Step Sisters

Alcohol consumption is a central part of the party scenes. There are frequent references to drinking games, intoxication, and drug use, though actual consumption of illicit drugs is not a primary focus.

Mature themes in Step Sisters

The film deals with complex social themes, specifically addressing cultural appropriation in the context of stepping. It also touches upon academic pressure, sorority dynamics, and the challenges of balancing personal aspirations with group responsibilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Step Sisters appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Step Sisters is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Step Sisters follows Jamilah, a driven college student and step team captain who is forced to coach a struggling white sorority after they embarrass the university. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for crude sexual…

What age rating does Step Sisters have?

Step Sisters is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Step Sisters about?

Step Sisters follows Jamilah, a driven college student and step team captain who is forced to coach a struggling white sorority after they embarrass the university. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for crude sexual content, frequent partying, and occasional language. It explores themes of cultural appropriation…

Is there sex or nudity in Step Sisters?

The film contains moderate sexual humor, including references to sexual acts and body parts. Characters frequently discuss dating, hookups, and sexual appeal in a suggestive manner. Several party scenes involve suggestive dancing and flirtatious behavior.

How violent is Step Sisters?

Violence is minimal and incidental. There is one brief physical altercation where a character is pushed, and some minor slapstick-style clumsiness during dance rehearsals.

Is the language in Step Sisters appropriate for kids?

Strong language is present, including occasional use of the 'f-word.' Other common mild profanity and anatomical insults appear throughout the dialogue.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Step Sisters?

Alcohol consumption is a central part of the party scenes. There are frequent references to drinking games, intoxication, and drug use, though actual consumption of illicit drugs is not a primary focus.

What mature themes appear in Step Sisters?

The film deals with complex social themes, specifically addressing cultural appropriation in the context of stepping. It also touches upon academic pressure, sorority dynamics, and the challenges of balancing personal aspirations with group responsibilities.

How long is Step Sisters?

Step Sisters runs 104 minutes, directed by Charles Stone III, released in 2018.

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